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Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Geology course at Birkbeck, University of London.
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A level
Minimum of two A-levels or equivalent.
Most popular A-levels studied
See who's studying at Birkbeck, University of London. These students are taking Geology or another course from the same subject area.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Electronics | B |
| Geology | D |
| ICT | A |
| Physics | B |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: F600
Here's what Birkbeck, University of London says about its Geology course.
On this BSc Geology you will have the opportunity to study the Earth and its processes and environments. You will examine how we can best manage environments through understanding the processes of rock and mineral formation through geological time, climate-ocean-rock-biosphere interactions, and the effects of human interactions with the environment.
Why choose this course?
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This degree is accredited by the Geological Society of London, opening up a route to becoming a chartered geologist. It will also equip you for careers in research, environmental protection, environmental hazard mitigation, and other industries.
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Geologists play a key role in guiding governments, industry and society on how best to protect the Earth’s environment whilst using its raw materials and potential for renewable energy in the most sustainable manner.
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You will benefit from the research activities of our staff, and also through our close collaboration with University College London's Earth Science department.
What you will learn
You will learn how to identify key environmental indicators, such as rock, mineral and fossil assemblages, alongside landscapes and geomorphology, that are used by geologists to understand the key processes that have produced the Earth, and the effects of human interactions with the Earth.
You will also learn key aspects of biology, geography, physics, chemistry, planetary science, material science, mathematics, cartography, numerical modelling, computer science, sustainability and environmental protection.
How you will learn
You can choose to study this BSc Geology through attendance on campus in our state-of-the-art laboratories and lecture spaces, or entirely by distance learning via online video streams, digital lecture notes and our electronic library. You will also have the option to attend residential field classes in places such as Wales, Scotland, Greece and Morocco, and we also provide virtual online field courses as an alternative.
All lectures offer full digital lecture notes with diagrams, photographs and video content and are live-streamed and recorded so they are useful for revision purposes and learning online in different time zones. Exams are online to allow assessment of both on-campus and distance-learning students.
This course is available to study full- or part-time. If you choose to study this course on campus, it has an evening timetable with classes taking place in the evening.
Highlights
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We offer you flexible teaching methods, balancing face-to-face and online learning.
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Birkbeck was rated in the top 25 universities in the UK for its Earth Systems and Environmental Science research in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework.
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We have been offering evening study courses in the subjects of Earth and planetary sciences for over 70 years and distance learning for more than 20 years.
Careers and employability
On this BSc Geology we teach you key research methods and approaches vital for future employment. On successfully graduating, you'll have gained an array of transferable skills, including the ability to:
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write scientific documents, use spreadsheets, carry out numerical calculations, write code for computer simulations, and make observations that facilitate data collection
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make and interpret maps, using a variety of cartographic skills and geographic information systems
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conduct independent field surveys, mapping and data collection, and work in a team of scientists
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present your work and communicate results to scientists, governments, industry, civil and environmental protection agencies and society in general.
Graduates have gone on to be employed in universities, environmental protection industries, resources industries, renewal energy industries, government departments, civil protection agencies, NGOs, charities, museums, local environment projects, environmental tourism, research councils and teaching.
Source: Birkbeck, University of London
Course details
There are a few options in how you might study Geology at Birkbeck, University of London.
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5 course options available.
Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Department
School of Natural Sciences
Location
Main Site | London
Duration
6 Years
Study mode
Part-time evening
Subjects
• Geology
Start date
October 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £4,895 per year |
| Scotland | £4,895 per year |
| Wales | £4,895 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £4,895 per year |
| International | £11,270 per year |
The modules you will study
For information about course structure and the modules you will be studying, please visit Birkbeck’s online prospectus.
How you will be assessed
A combination of reports on field-based projects, laboratory work and written examinations. Some modules include continuous assessment through written work.
Birkbeck, University of London student reviews
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Foundation year student
2 years ago
Although i haven't engaged with the student union alot. Its been a not so bad experience. The student union does its best to solve issues.
Foundation year student
2 years ago
The uni life is amazing. Students are respectful in terms of culture and diversity. Its fun to engage with new people and make new friends. London's a big city with lots of opportunities.
Foundation year student
2 years ago
As its based in London. The cost of living is very high. But i cannot comment on the financial support offered as I did not take it.
Foundation year student
2 years ago
The service has been great. Teachers engage with students alot. Especially in seminars
Foundation year student
2 years ago
Although i expected there to be a gym. But otherwise, the rest of the facilities such as the library or the student union experience has been fantastic.
Foundation year student
2 years ago
Overall, my experience has been extremely great. I only attend university once a week while being a full-time student. Its always fun attending classes and studying in your own time, flexibility is one of the biggest benefits.
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Birkbeck, University of London
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from Birkbeck, University of London students who took the Geology course - or another course in the same subject area.
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Teaching on my course
91%
med
Teaching on my course
91%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
100%
high
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
82%
low
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
90%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
100%
high
Learning opportunities
83%
low
Learning opportunities
83%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
70%
low
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
73%
low
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
82%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
91%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
100%
high
Assessment and feedback
84%
med
Assessment and feedback
84%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
91%
high
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
91%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
82%
high
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
80%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
82%
high
Academic support
91%
med
Academic support
91%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
91%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
90%
med
Organisation and management
55%
low
Organisation and management
55%
low
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
45%
low
How well organised is your course?
64%
low
Learning resources
85%
med
Learning resources
85%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
82%
low
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
88%
low
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
78%
low
Student voice
75%
med
Student voice
75%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
60%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
89%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
80%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
89%
high
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
80%
low
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
60%
low
Student information
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Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
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Earnings after graduation
Earnings from Birkbeck, University of London graduates who took Geology - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£24.5k
First year after graduation
£28.3k
Third year after graduation
£28.3k
Fifth year after graduation
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